Wasila Ladan The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, NDLEA, Kano Strategic Command has recorded another major breakthrough in the fight against drug trafficking with the successful destruction of 12.2 tons of narcotics, psychotropic, and other dangerous chemical substances. Speaking during the public destruction of the exhibits in Kano,Kano State Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf, commended the NDLEA, its partner agencies, Civil Society Organisations, and sister security agencies for the milestone achievement. NDLEA Kano Unites Security Agencies, Schools in Anti-Drug Campaign Represrnted by the Secretary to the state government Umar Faruq, Governor Yusuf described the seizure as a clear demonstration of the…
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Sani Haruna The Kebbi State Pilgrims Welfare Agency has commenced the collection of a ₦5 million initial deposit from intending pilgrims seeking to perform the 2027 Hajj. The Executive Chairman of the Agency, Alhaji Faruk Enagbo, announced this while officially closing the 2026 Hajj operations at the Agency’s headquarters in Birnin Kebbi. Kano Deputy Amirul Hajj Warns Officials Against Exploiting Pilgrims Alhaji Enagbo said preparations for the 2027 pilgrimage had already begun due to the limited timeframe for Hajj planning. He urged prospective pilgrims to begin making their deposits immediately through the Agency’s designated bank account to secure their participation…
Sani Haruna The Kebbi State Police Command has dismissed reports alleging the existence of a terrorist group known as “Sai Mallam” operating in parts of the state, describing the claims as false and misleading. The Command’s Public Relations Officer, SP Bashir Usman, disclosed this while briefing journalists in Birnin Kebbi, the state capital. He clarified that no such terrorist group exists in Kebbi State. Kebbi:Army Kills 5 Terrorists in Failed Ambush on Military Convoy According to the police, investigations revealed that the reports stemmed from a misunderstanding of the activities of a cybercrime syndicate locally known as “Yan Vocal,” which…
BudgiT Foundation, with support from the Malala Fund, has organised on Friday 26th June, 2026 a joint School-Based Management Committee (SBMC) meeting involving head teachers, principals, SBMC chairpersons, Head Students and teachers from Government Senior Secondary School (GSSS) Hotoro Masallaci, Hotoro South Primary School and Abubakar Imam GUBSS (Co-exists) Junior Secondary School Hotoro, to identify challenges affecting girls’ education and advocate for sustainable solutions. The meeting was held under the project titled “Girls’ Education Financing,” which seeks to address barriers hindering girls’ enrollment, retention, completion, and academic performance. BudgIT, Partners Train Kano Stakeholders to Curb Corruption, Strengthen Governance Speaking on…
The Kano State House of Assembly KNHA has directed its House Committee on Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs to investigate the utilization of security funds by all 44 local government councils and submit its findings within two weeks. The resolution followed the adoption of a motion of urgent public importance moved by the member representing Ghari/Tsanyawa Constituency, Garba Yau’u Gwarmai, during plenary presided over by the Speaker, Jibril Isma’il Falgore. Just In: KNHA Confirms Murtala Sule Garo as Kano Deputy Gov Moving the motion, Gwarmai raised concerns over the worsening security situation in Yan Kamaye community in Tsanyawa Local Government…
The President-General of the Jama’atu Nasril Islam and Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar III, has strongly condemned the gruesome mob lynching of Ummulkhair in Maraban Jos, Igabi Local Government Area, describing the incident as one of the darkest manifestations of lawlessness in Nigeria. In a statement issued on Sunday by the Secretary-General of JNI, Prof. Khalid Abubakar Aliyu, the Sultan said the organisation received the news “with profound shock, immense grief, and utter disbelief.” Sultan Urges Muslims to Look for Shawwal Moon Wednesday He said the tragic incident had exposed the frightening collapse of moral restraint, the dangerous…
As social media continues to reshape how people consume information, Nigerian Islamic content creator Saleem Top is gaining attention for using digital platforms to make Islamic knowledge more accessible to millions of people. Instead of focusing on entertainment and viral trends, Saleem Top has dedicated his platforms to sharing Qur’an recitations, authentic Islamic teachings, educational discussions, and moral reminders aimed at inspiring positive values among young audiences. According to his official social media accounts, Saleem Top has built a significant online community, with millions of followers across TikTok and Facebook. His educational videos continue to reach audiences both within Nigeria…
Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to mobilising support for the re-election of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in the 2027 general elections. Ostensibly reacting to opposition comments, Gov. Yusuf insisted he has no cause of regret of apologetic to any figure, owing to his support for Tinubu’s re-election. The governor made the declaration during an interactive session with elected and appointed government officials held at the Coronation Hall of the Government House in Kano. Tinubu Unveils New Legal Framework for Nigeria’s Digital Identity Expressing confidence in President Tinubu’s chances of securing a second term, Yusuf assured that…
Ibrahim Suleiman Health experts have called on the National Assembly to expedite the passage of the Bill establishing the National Institute of Public Health and Infectious Diseases (NIPHID), Zaria, describing the proposed legislation as a strategic intervention to strengthen Nigeria’s health security architecture and improve preparedness for infectious disease outbreaks. The call was made during a public hearing organised by the House of Representatives Committee on Infectious Diseases on the proposed establishment bill. NIPHID Develops Curriculum for Diploma in Infectious Diseases Presenting a memorandum before the committee, the Acting Head and Chief Executive Officer of NIPHID, Dr. Dalhatu Abdullahi Aminu,…
A Senior Broadcast Journalist with the Voice of Nigeria (VON), Mallam Hussain Bin Hyacinth, has urged Muslims, particularly journalists and media organisations, to resist responding emotionally to perceived bias against Islam, stressing that ethical, evidence-based and professional journalism remains the most effective response to negative narratives. Bin Hyacinth made the call while speaking as a panellist at the 7th Anniversary Lecture and MNAwards presentation organised by Muslim News Nigeria in Lagos. The lecture was themed, “Framing the Faith in the Midst of Media Representation and Global Conflicts.” FG, UNICEF Train 60 Journalists on Ethical Child Rights Reporting The panel featured…